Nuriootpa Primary School

On Monday I attended the annual Leaders Day in Adelaide. Much of the content this year was centred around our new Public Education Strategy. This infographic shows you the areas of impact that we are prioritising. As a staff we have begun exploring the new strategy and will be considering where we are already targeting our energies and where we can focus to continue to build a better Nuriootpa PS. You will see evidence of these priorities throughout this newsletter and in continuing communication to and from school.

Governing Council

We now have a full Governing Council and I thank everyone for their commitment and enthusiasm thus far. The Governing Council members are:

Melanie Palmer – Chairperson

Marni Southam – Vice Chairperson, Grounds

Madeleine Chapman – Secretary

Sally Guy – Treasurer

Members:

Rebecca Bawden, Taryn Butler, Shona Gates, Genevieve Dahlenburg,    Sarah Martin, Amanda Cobain, Hayley Laney, Katrina Broad,                      Michelle Braley, Ashley Blight, 

Dress Code

Thank you to all of our families who have ensured that their children have school hats and appropriate uniform at school. Students are looking great and are well protected from the sun out in the yard. Please also be reminded that:

Only sleepers or stud earrings are to be worn.

Students will be asked to remove items that are:

•       Deemed to be a safety risk eg rubber chokers; long, pointy or large earrings, unbreakable chains, bangles 

We have some students wearing choker necklaces, chains and some longer dangly earrings. Apart from them being a distraction, the main concern is that they can be a safety hazard. We, as a school, are obligated to ensure that there are no injuries caused due to students wearing such items. Can you please consider whether this pertains to your child and support us with their removal for school.

Likewise, as its still lovely warm weather (warm?!! VERY HOT!) we are seeing students in sandals that offer very little protection while out in the yard. If you have alternative footwear your child should be wearing shoes with a front and back which can protect feet should they fall or have any type of accident.

Thank you for your continued support. Enjoy a lovely long weekend, try to stay cool 😎

We are past halfway through the term already, time flies when you’re having fun. Year 3 students completed NAPLAN readiness testing last week. This is an important step in preparing for NAPLAN Online. The purpose of readiness testing activities is to ensure year 3 students are familiar with their device and the online test environment, as well as to test school and national infrastructure systems and processes. Students are not expected to study for NAPLAN. You can support your child by reassuring them that NAPLAN is a part of their school program and reminding them to simply do their best. Some explanation of NAPLAN is useful to help students understand and be comfortable with the format of the tests; however, it is not necessary for parents/carers to do this. Teachers will ensure students are familiar with the types of questions in the tests and will provide appropriate support and guidance. The official testing for year 3 and 5 students begins on Wednesday 13th March. These tests will be conducted between 13th and 25th. NAPLAN helps parents, carers and educators to see if children are meeting important numeracy and literacy standards. If you have any queries or concerns around NAPLAN, please feel free to give me a call.

Regards Steve

This term we are fundraising for the purchase and improvement of the yard and play equipment, with a Colour Splatacular School Run 4 Fun with Australian Fundraising!

The Colour Splatacular School Run 4 Fun will be on 12th April from 1.15pm to 2.15pm

Let's kick off our fundraising efforts and make our goals a reality 🎉💰

TAKE NOTE❗ Students have received their sponsorship booklet and can now create their online profile at www.australianfundraising.com.au 

Big prizes are up for grabs! Unlock your first incentive prize simply by raising $10 online. The more your child raises, the more prizes they will receive.

You can also share in $200k of extra prize credit, win a PlayStation 5 Gaming Bundle and become a Fundraising MonSTAR! ⭐

Book Club issue 2 is due back Tuesday March 26th

Principal: Ms Vicky Ireland

Partnership: Barossa Valley     I     Education Office: Gawler

15 Buna Terrace, Nuriootpa SA 5355   I   PH: +61 8562 1040   I    www.nurips.sa.edu.au   I   Email: dl.0318.info@schools.sa.edu.au   I   www.facebook.com/NuriootpaPrimary